Comments on: The Michael Jackson Brand

By: Thailand Jones

Thailand Jones — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:21:48 +0000

I disagree with you Maor, When the majority of people say or hear the name “MICHAEL JACKSON” an instant iconic identity is recognized and people will react a certain way. Just like “ELVIS PRESLEY” or “BARACK OBAMA” or “JESUS CHRIST”. And his talent was amazing, YES, BUT his image was the needed part of the formula. We know him well as the ENTERTAINER, and that should be what he is to be remembered for, But as was mentioned before, we know that you get more than what you bargained for when ALOT of people like what you do and how you do it. You’ll agree with me when you start seeing monuments built in his name, Museums and academy’s built in his name, school programs named after him, CLASSES taught about his music, ETC. ETC. You already have the situation where people are talking about seeing his face in the sky and his image in a tree. It is not going to end!!!!

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By: Luigi

Luigi — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:27:42 +0000

@Dan: With micro-celebrity status too!

Nice article Beverly. Maor is also right: his talent was the main thing, but I don’t think Michael’s Brand was a miserable failure, at least from a fame perspective…

By: Maor Kaplanski

Maor Kaplanski — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:54:48 +0000

I have to disagree on that one.
I think Michael’s Brand was a miserable failure.
His fame and fortune came mostly because of his unique talent – despite the way he managed his brand – a
His Frequency change in his face was a clear evidance that he didnt like himself. and when someone dont like himself – it negatively effects his brand

By: Dan Schawbel

Dan Schawbel — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:18:08 +0000

Jan, this is a great comment. With celebrity status comes a lot of responsibility and problems.

By: Jan Posdijk

Jan Posdijk — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:57:29 +0000

MJ also proved being a global icon is no guarantee for happiness and it brings huge responsibilities as well. You can be lonely, even when the whole world knows you…
Be the icon you can handle!

By: Matt Cheuvront

Matt Cheuvront — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:54:20 +0000

Great post Beverly. The reason so many people were able to connect with Michael was his humanity – even as a mega-superstar, he was still human, and showed that through his (at times) flawed actions – although I don’t believe the majority of the accusations against him. Through and through, Michael Jackson was a LEGEND. His success may never be achieved by a single person ever again. But his story is also a brutal example of what fame can do to a person. To us on the outside looking in, we saw a generous, caring, shy individual who became this totally different ‘character’ in the spotlight. It’s funny how the media will try to destroy you throughout your life, but once you die, you are idolized and praised. Quite a society we live in.

By: yinka olaito

yinka olaito — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:32:30 +0000

Beverly, you captured MJ’s essence. He was human. may we all become and live the best of our lives. Starting early also helps. MJ started out at 5.Stop procastination and go ahead to fulfil your dream too. That is my opinion